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Banwart, who lost to Hedke by 148 votes in 2014, filed for the seat in January.

Humphries said in a news release that she is “a conservative (who) believes that a limited and effective government that honors life and freedom is the best way to ensure growth and a prosperous Kansas.”

She said she is also passionate about the juvenile justice system and Kansas’ foster care system.

“My No. 1 stance is, let’s get the kids off the foster care rolls,” Humphries said. “I think we can mobilize individuals, families, churches to help them go from foster care to adoption. … I’m passionate about that.”

Banwart said his three main focus areas have not changed since 2014: business growth, education and fiscal responsibility.

“Not a lot has changed from 2014 to 2016 except we got further in debt,” he said.

He said he hopes being on the 2014 ballot will increase his visibility to voters this fall.

“Our goal is to put our message out there and hopefully that will stimulate some additional voting,” he said.

Hedke, a geologist, was appointed to the House in 2011 and elected in 2012.